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Senior Compensation Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the DOL's compensation management SOC classification, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through a Labor Condition Application before USCIS can approve your petition.
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INTRODUCTION
At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That’s how we’re UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!
JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Sr Compensation Manager to own compensation support to ensure alignment with T-Mobile's compensation strategies and goals. This role is responsible for the development and consistent implementation and administration of compensation strategy, processes, programs and policies to support T-Mobile's B2B compensation standards and pay equity strategies. This role provides guidance and governance of compensation programs and decisions related to incentive plans, broad-based compensation, job architecture, market pricing objectives or pay equity initiatives. Additionally, you are providing research, analysis and insights to find opportunities and solve business needs related to market competitiveness or pay equity metrics.
This is a hybrid role (3 days/week in the office) and can be based in Bellevue, WA, Frisco, TX, or Overland Park, KS.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Owns compensation support for assigned B2B client groups, partnering directly with HR and business leaders to diagnose compensation needs, develop, and implement solutions.
- Provides subject matter expertise on incentive compensation, market pricing or pay equity and compensation standards.
- Researches and continuously aligns programs and approaches to company-wide compensation strategy and philosophy.
- Prepares studies, analyses and recommendations on subjects such as incentive plan design, market competitiveness, organizational change or pay equity movement.
- Recommends solutions and alternative actions to resolve compensation-related challenges. Specific responsibilities may be related to job architecture and framework, job evaluations and pricing, engaging with internal/external counsel, creating or presenting compensation dashboards, and educating/influencing leaders on particular compensation goals and approaches.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors Degree and 7 years of related work experience or a combination of education and experience deemed equivalent
- 7–10 years of progressive experience in compensation management and consulting, including broad-based compensation or sales incentive plan design, administration, and optimization.
- Strong understanding of compensation principles, market trends, and business drivers, with demonstrated ability to develop competitive, scalable compensation solutions that align with organizational goals, financial objectives, and talent strategies.
- Experience designing, evaluating, and managing sales incentive compensation plans that align with business objectives, drive performance, and balance market competitiveness, internal equity, and financial considerations.
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex compensation data, conduct market analysis and salary benchmarking, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Strong attention to data accuracy, auditing, and integrity.
- Proven ability to support senior leaders and consult with Sr HR partners, providing strategic compensation guidance, navigating complex business challenges, and influencing decisions without direct authority.
- Exceptional relationship management, collaboration, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex compensation concepts, deliver data-driven recommendations, and build alignment across HR, Finance, Sales Operations, and business leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex compensation initiatives, manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and ensure compliance with compensation policies, applicable regulations, and pay equity requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience supporting B2B or enterprise sales organizations.
- At least 18 years of age
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
TRAVEL:
Travel Required (Yes/No): Yes
DOT REGULATED:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No
COMPENSATION
- Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity: $122,640 - $221,280
- National Base Pay Range: $102,200 - $184,400
The Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity represents the expected total cash compensation for this role at target performance, combining base salary and annual incentive opportunity. Actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on individual performance and overall company results.
The base pay range reflects the compensation component of this opportunity. The candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, click here.
At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on individual and/or company performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. The incentive component included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflects target performance. Actual earnings included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflect target performance; actual payouts may vary.
At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com.
Never stop growing!
As part of the T-Mobile team, you know the Un-carrier doesn’t have a corporate ladder–it’s more like a jungle gym of possibilities! We love helping our employees grow in their careers, because it’s that shared drive to aim high that drives our business and our culture forward. By applying for this career opportunity, you’re living our values while investing in your career growth–and we applaud it. You’re unstoppable!
T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.
Talent comes in all forms at the Un-carrier. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@t-mobile.com or calling 1-844-873-9500. Please note, this contact channel is not a means to apply for or inquire about a position and we are unable to respond to non-accommodation related requests.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Compensation Manager
Verify your degree field matches
Compensation management sits at the intersection of HR and finance, so a degree in a loosely related field like general business can trigger an RFE. Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and confirm your transcript aligns with the stated educational requirements before applying.
Target employers with dedicated total rewards teams
Companies large enough to run a standalone compensation function are far more likely to sponsor than those where the role doubles as generalist HR. Search Migrate Mate's H-1B employer data to find companies that have filed for this specific occupation code.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL wage level for your metro area before filing your LCA. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself using the correct SOC code so you can negotiate from an informed position and spot underbid offers early.
Request premium processing before your start date
Standard H-1B processing can run several months, which creates onboarding delays for roles requiring immediate access to payroll systems and equity data. Ask your employer to file USCIS Form I-907 for premium processing so adjudication completes within 15 business days.
Document your international compensation work explicitly
If you've managed global pay structures, equity plans, or cross-border benchmarking, include those specifics in your support letter. USCIS looks for evidence that the role requires specialized expertise, and international scope strengthens the specialty occupation argument for this position.
Clarify E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
H-1B employment is only lawful at the specific employer and worksite listed on your approved petition. Confirm your prospective employer is enrolled in E-Verify and that the worksite on the LCA matches where you'll actually work, especially in hybrid or multi-location arrangements.
H-1B Visa Senior Compensation Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Compensation Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Compensation management is classified under a specific SOC code that DOL and USCIS recognize as requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as human resources, finance, or business administration. The employer must demonstrate the position routinely requires that degree level, not just that it's preferred. Roles with generic degree requirements or where any bachelor's qualifies can face RFEs.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for compensation roles?
Large employers with dedicated total rewards or compensation functions, including major technology companies, financial institutions, healthcare systems, and multinational corporations, are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this title. You can search employers by their H-1B filing history for compensation-specific roles on Migrate Mate, which filters results by occupation code and employer rather than relying on self-reported sponsorship willingness.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement apply to Senior Compensation Managers?
Before filing the LCA, your employer must certify your salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for the Senior Compensation Manager SOC code in your specific metro area. Wage levels run from Level I through Level IV, and a senior title typically maps to Level III or IV. You can verify the applicable wage yourself using the OFLC Wage Search before you receive a written offer.
Can a Senior Compensation Manager change employers while on H-1B?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If your new employer files a new H-1B petition before your current authorized stay expires and you've been lawfully employed for at least 180 days, you can start the new role as soon as the petition is received by USCIS. The new employer must file a fresh LCA and I-129 covering the compensation manager position at their specific worksite.
Does remote or hybrid work affect an H-1B petition for this role?
Yes. The LCA must list every worksite where you'll perform work, including your home address if you work remotely. For Senior Compensation Managers who travel to multiple offices or work a hybrid schedule across different metro areas, the employer may need to post LCA notices at each location and certify prevailing wages for each area. Failing to list a worksite can create compliance issues during a DOL audit.